Posts by Dr. Suzie Shay
The Silent Struggle: Understanding and Addressing Postpartum Low Back Pain
New Mother experiencing low back pain.
Read MoreExercise Can Hasten Whiplash Recovery
Whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) can be a challenging condition to manage, and the current data suggests that up to half of WAD patients may continue to experience pain and disability for…
Read MoreElectronic Tablet-Related Neck Pain
When individuals use their smartphone, they often adopt an awkward posture in which their head rests forward of their shoulders. This forward head posture, or “text neck,” places added strain…
Read MoreMigraine Headache Triggers, Protectors, and Predictors
Migraines are characterized by recurrent headache and a hypersensitivity to sensory stimuli that can trigger an episode. Unfortunately, migraine triggers can vary from patient to patient, which can make understanding…
Read MoreNeck Pain and Cervical Disk Derangements
There are several musculoskeletal disorders associated with the disks of the cervical spine that can cause pain and affect function. Let’s discuss the various types of these pain-generating disk derangements,…
Read MoreNeck Pain and Cervical Disk Derangements
There are several musculoskeletal disorders associated with the disks of the cervical spine that can cause pain and affect function. Let’s discuss the various types of these pain-generating disk derangements,…
Read MoreHow Your Kitchen Can Help You Lose Weight
Chances are, you’re spending more time at home than usual recently. When you’re tired and hungry, sooften “what you see is what you eat”. What do you see when you…
Read MoreBack-Saving Tips for Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning chores can come with unwanted pain if not done carefully. Bending and/or twisting at the waist is a common cause for upper and lower back pain. From washing…
Read MoreCold and flu prevention
It’s that time of year again…cold and flu season seems to be as predictable as our rainy northwest weather. And while it is possible to feel like one, or both,…
Read MoreSports bras: why fit matters
This article from Diets In Review.com explains some of the barriers female athlete may face when attempting an exercise program. Excessive breast tissue movement during exercise is uncomfortable and can…
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